Going by the Book (2007) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The chief of Sampo City Police Office, Seung-u, organizes a simulation of a bank robbery, but a by-the-book cop gets too caught up in the role playing in which the simulation doesn't go the way he had anticipated.
Rated 15 • 2007 • 1h 42m
Going by the Book is a light comedic drama built around a realistic police drill that spirals when a by-the-book cop, Jung Do-man, takes his role as a bank robber too seriously. The film earned regional ratings (e.g., South Korea: 15; Australia: M; Singapore: PG) primarily for tense simulated-crime scenes and mature themes about authority and ethics rather than explicit sex, graphic violence, or drug use. Parents should know the most… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Going by the Book appropriate for kids?
Going by the Book is a light comedic drama built around a realistic police drill that spirals when a by-the-book cop, Jung Do-man, takes his role as a bank robber too seriously. The film earned regional ratings (e.g., South Korea: 15; Australia: M; Singapore: PG) primarily for… Read more — free account
Content severity in Going by the Book
What happens in Going by the Book, moment by moment
- 0:03 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:07 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
Sex and nudity in Going by the Book
None. IMDb's Parents Guide lists no entries for Sex & Nudity for this film.
Violence and gore in Going by the Book
Light and largely staged: the film centers on a realistic bank-robbery drill that becomes tense but contains no graphic injuries. Expect brief scuffles, a short foot chase and moments where bystanders panic — all played for tension and occasional comedy rather than brutality. IMDb's Parents Guide lists no formal Violence & Gore entries; reported incidents are non-graphic and part of the simulation.
Language in Going by the Book
None reported. IMDb's Parents Guide includes no entries for profanity; strong swearing is not a notable element.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Going by the Book
None reported. There are no notable scenes of drug use or heavy drinking listed in the IMDb Parents Guide.
Mature themes in Going by the Book
Moderate, adult-leaning themes are central: duty vs. flexibility, bureaucracy, public trust in police, and moral/ethical questions about rules versus results. The film repeatedly puts characters (notably Jung Do-man and Chief Lee Seung-man) in situations that probe integrity, civic responsibility and the consequences of taking roles too far. These are handled in a comedic/dramatic register, without traumatic imagery.
Scary moments in Going by the Book
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Going by the Book yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Going by the Book appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Going by the Book is best for ages 7+. It's rated 15. Going by the Book is a light comedic drama built around a realistic police drill that spirals when a by-the-book cop, Jung Do-man, takes his role as a bank robber too seriously. The film earned regional ratings (e.g…
What age rating does Going by the Book have?
Going by the Book is officially rated 15. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.
What is Going by the Book about?
Going by the Book is a light comedic drama built around a realistic police drill that spirals when a by-the-book cop, Jung Do-man, takes his role as a bank robber too seriously. The film earned regional ratings (e.g., South Korea: 15; Australia: M; Singapore: PG) primarily for tense simulated-crime scenes and mature…
Is there sex or nudity in Going by the Book?
None. IMDb's Parents Guide lists no entries for Sex & Nudity for this film.
How violent is Going by the Book?
Light and largely staged: the film centers on a realistic bank-robbery drill that becomes tense but contains no graphic injuries. Expect brief scuffles, a short foot chase and moments where bystanders panic — all played for tension and occasional comedy…
Is the language in Going by the Book appropriate for kids?
None reported. IMDb's Parents Guide includes no entries for profanity; strong swearing is not a notable element.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Going by the Book?
None reported. There are no notable scenes of drug use or heavy drinking listed in the IMDb Parents Guide.
What mature themes appear in Going by the Book?
Moderate, adult-leaning themes are central: duty vs. flexibility, bureaucracy, public trust in police, and moral/ethical questions about rules versus results. The film repeatedly puts characters (notably Jung Do-man and Chief Lee Seung-man) in situations that…
How long is Going by the Book?
Going by the Book runs 102 minutes, directed by Ra Hee-chan, released in 2007.
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